Thomas Paine, born on January 29, 1737, in Thetford, England, is renowned as one of the most influential figures of the American and French Revolutions. While Paine is widely celebrated... read more →
James Longstreet, born on January 8, 1821, in Edgefield District, South Carolina, was a prominent Confederate general during the American Civil War. Known for his tactical brilliance and steadfast service... read more →
Robert Strange McNamara, born on June 9, 1916, in San Francisco, California, was a prominent American business executive and government official who played a pivotal role in shaping American defense... read more →
J. Lawton Collins, born on May 1, 1896, in New Orleans, Louisiana, was a distinguished American military officer who rose through the ranks to become a four-star general. His illustrious... read more →
Lewis Addison Armistead, born on February 18, 1817, in New Bern, North Carolina, was a career officer in the United States Army who found himself torn between loyalty to his... read more →
John Joseph Pershing is a legendary character in American military history. He is sometimes called "Black Jack" because of his involvement with African American troops and his black uniform as... read more →
George Stanley McGovern, born on July 19, 1922, in Avon, South Dakota, was a dedicated American statesman whose life was defined by a profound commitment to public service. McGovern's political... read more →
Stuart Symington had a lasting impression on the country because of his commitment to public service. He also participated in formulating important policies at a pivotal juncture in the country's... read more →
James George Janos, known by his stage name Jesse Ventura, was born on July 15, 1951, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He is a former professional wrestler, actor, Navy SEAL, and politician.... read more →
Michael T. Flynn, born on December 24, 1958, in Middletown, Rhode Island, is a retired United States Army lieutenant general who rose to prominence as an influential figure in national... read more →